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N382 PTL

1996 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,020 mi
Last recorded64,020 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN382 PTL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 64,020 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 62,609 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 61,210 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 61,205 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all 4 brake disks corroded

wheel nut covers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2008 60,269 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 59,177 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 59,177 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-7?

Based on 26,447 MOT tests across 3,809 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
971
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
3,809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 690
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 676
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 639
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 521
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N382 PTL is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 81,666 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-7 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 690 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N382 PTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N382 PTL registered?

N382 PTL is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N382 PTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N382 PTL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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